Food Truck Convention Catering in Santa Barbara
Best Catering Expertise
By managing food truck daily life from event booking, to online ordering and catering we have cultivated an intimate relationship with great vendors throughout the country and know exactly which truck(s) will suit your needs, from a small neighborhood party to massive corporate events.
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- 1900+
- Caterings
- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Food Truck Catering for Events in Santa Barbara
Nothing brings people together in Santa Barbara like sunshine, ocean views, and unforgettable food. From corporate mixers at the Funk Zone’s tasting rooms to wedding receptions overlooking East Beach, the Central Coast knows how to celebrate—and great food is always part of the plan. Modern food trucks make event dining effortless: they roll in with fully-equipped, self-contained kitchens, no extra permits for pop-up tents, and minimal setup time. In a city where parking is precious and the marine layer disappears right before showtime, that flexibility matters.
Santa Barbara event planners choose food truck catering because it gives guests the same laid-back vibe they find on State Street, but with menus that rival the restaurants on the Waterfront. Whether you’re hosting a concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl, a UCSB alumni tailgate, or Fiesta’s closing night party, renting food trucks means you can offer multiple cuisines without juggling multiple vendors.
Looking for bold Mexican flavors? Tacos Pipeye and Taqueria Mena serve authentic street tacos that pair perfectly with local craft beer. Want something that fuses comfort food with a coastal twist? Yummy Bird brings crispy fried chicken and creative fusion tacos that satisfy crowds from Goleta to Carpinteria. For Latin dishes infused with soulful SoCal flair, book Maravilla Latin Cuisine. And if you need gourmet tacos for an elegant Montecito soirée, Gloria's Gourmet Kitchen will impress even the most discerning guests.
With Best Food Trucks coordinating the lineup, you’ll spend less time worrying about power hookups and health permits and more time enjoying the sea breeze and that legendary Santa Barbara sunset. Let us curate the perfect mix of trucks, flavors, and local personality so your next event is as memorable as a stroll down Stearns Wharf.
Skip the line and soak up the Santa Barbara vibes
Best Food Trucks’ mobile ordering platform lets your guests watch the sunset over the Channel Islands instead of staring at a queue. In just a few taps on their phone, concert-goers at the Santa Barbara Bowl, polo fans in Carpinteria, or wine lovers in the Funk Zone can place an order and receive a text the moment their tri-tip slider or Baja fish taco is ready.
Hosting an early-morning launch at the harbor? E-mail a pre-order link the night before so crew members can pick up breakfast burritos at a set time and shove off right on schedule. Planning a Fiesta parade watch-party on State Street? Let attendees reserve agua frescas and churros ahead of the first ¡Viva la Fiesta! shout.
Food trucks plus online ordering means more time to explore the SB Public Market, clink glasses of local Pinot, and snap photos under the historic Courthouse arch—while still enjoying the best eats on the Central Coast.
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Streamlined Requests
With our quick and simple online catering form, you can request food trucks for your next event in a matter of minutes, specifying your guest count, budget and dates.
Choose Your Favorites
After you submit a catering request to us, our team will check availability for you and send over a list of amazing food truck menus to browse through (try not to drool).
Simplified Payments
Once you've decided on which truck you'd like to book, confirming them is as easy as clicking a button. All payments are handled securely on our website for ease of booking.
Pre-Ordering
If your meal time is limited, our staff will work with you to coordinate an online pre-order system where meals are predetermined and handed out hot during service.
Support Team
Our dedicated support team will be with you every step of the way from planning to organizing to grubbing your little heart out. With every event you'll have a dedicated member of our team available in case anything should arise.
Corporate Portal
With customizable features, executives can set up their own account, add a credit card and let their employees order as they want from the food truck or set spending limits.
They talk about us
4.64 (164,928 reviews)
Jill Ann C.
22 December 2025
Candace was on time! food was great!
Daniel F.
8 December 2025
Steven and family went out of their way to accommodate our needs, and their food was delicious! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Cason's Que crew for an awesome experience!
WENDY R.
1 December 2025
The food was absolutely amazing—the meats were tender and smoky, and every side dish was flavorful. The service team was outstandingly professional, friendly, and efficient, ensuring all our guests were served quickly and with a smile. Most importantly, the entire event went off without a single issue. Sweet Magnolia Smokehouse delivered incredible food and zero stress, making them the absolute highlight of our day!
Camie G.
13 November 2025
Food was great! Thanks so much for coming in and serving our group!
Nancy M.
5 November 2025
Luis of Senor Wooffle was terrific to work with. He was able to make some menu modifications that we needed. This is the first time we have used a Food Truck and were so pleased. BTW - his root beer floats were fabulous!
REBECCA S.
4 November 2025
They did an amazing job!!!
Michelle H.
29 October 2025
Amazing Chef Michael was outsatnding
Daryl M.
22 October 2025
Showed up early. Served almost 70 people, all of whom raced about the food and the guys. Would definitely have them again.
Bill B.
21 October 2025
Very nice people.
Lori F.
15 October 2025
Doughlato Food Truck was delicious and great to work with. Bride, Groom and guests loved the food. The staff were very friendly and served up a great product.
